Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
How Long Does It Take To Cure Strep Throat With Penicillin?
I was diagnosed and treated for strep throat last saturday. I have been taking penicillin and yesterday I started to get a sore throat again by the night time I had a fully enflamed throat same as last week. What is going on? My last day of antibiotics is tomorrow.
Tue, 17 Jul 2018
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As per your history, if you are not responding to penicillin, then it may be viral infection or re-infection. Kindly do throat culture, complete blood count. Drink pure water. Do saline gargling. Keep yourself hydrated. Take care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
As per your history, if you are not responding to penicillin, then it may be viral infection or re-infection. Kindly do throat culture, complete blood count. Drink pure water. Do saline gargling. Keep yourself hydrated. Take care.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shyam B. Kale
I find this answer helpful
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....